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Eversource upgrades to potentially ease power demands

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Due to high demand of energy that caused outages this summer, Eversource will be installing conduits and poles that will help during future high-demand times. The two main roads that will be impacted are Gidley Town Road and Fisher Road, both of...

Pipe testing reveals necessary upgrades

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The Department of Public Works finished a study on infiltration in the pipes, and found that there are three areas that will need repairs. These areas are Hawthorne Country Club and Tucker Road, Bliss Corner by Dartmouth Street, and Wilson Street...

No kidding around: Meet the Goat Lady

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There was once a time when people could drive through the corner of Chase and Lucy Little Roads and spot 79 goats grazing in a field. People could stop by the house to pet the goats or buy goat milk, honey, eggs and sometimes goat cheese from a...

UMass Dartmouth receives $500,000 in state funding for offshore wind research

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Governor Maura Healey 20 across the state groups funding for projects that will prepare workers for careers in offshore wind and maritime as well as projects that research the marine environment. The total amount awarded was $4.2 million, with...

Dartmouth High School receives grants to further a phone free school

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Dartmouth High School received a $30,000 grant from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office to continue their bell-to-bell phone free schools policy. This was awarded on Tuesday, Sept. 1, and the schools’ administrators, faculty, staff, and...

Democratic recount requested

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Steven Medeiros and Edward Pacheco have requested a recount of the Democratic race for the State Representative race from Tuesday, Sept. 1. Edward Pacheco won by 14 votes overall, and 22 votes in Dartmouth. Due to the close race, Medeiros stated...

Pacheco, Tam win Ninth Bristol County State Representative race

Ed Pacheco and Chester Tam will face off in the state midterms.

Edward Pacheco and Chester Tam will square off in November after winning the Democratic and Republican Ninth Bristol County state representative contests in the state primary election Sept. 1. Pacheco defeated Steve Medeiros by 14 votes, while...

Dartmouth School Committee looks ahead to future projects

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The School Committee announced that they ended Fiscal Year 26 having spent a majority of their budget, with only $10.37 left. Now that Fiscal Year 27 is starting up, the Committee is looking ahead to what projects they will be working on. The...

Dartmouth Police cancel Flock camera contract

The State Road Flock camera. Photo by Kat Sheridan

The Dartmouth Police department will not be renewing their contracts with the company Flock. Police chief Brian P. Levesque said this was decided for a number of reasons, including privacy concerns and the cost. “I think what I’m looking to do...

No back-to-school blues at the Quinn School

Kids line up to sign in. Photos by Kat Sheridan

Kids are filling backpacks with books and pencils. Parents are getting ready for the early-morning goodbye at the bus stop. The Quinn Elementary School Parent-Teacher Organization is taking it a step further. It made sure kids were ready for the...

Town Hall announces new hours

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The Dartmouth Select Board voted to make the Town Hall summer hours year round. The Town initially tried the summer hours starting at the end of June through Friday, Sept. 4. Town Administrator Cody Haddad had a survey sent to town hall employees...

Public Works closed for Labor Day

The Department of Public Works office and leaf and compost dropoff will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. All residential trash and recycling pickup will be delayed one day. The Transfer Station will be open during its...

No Dartmouth cases but Bristol County in 'moderate' risk for West Nile Virus

West Nile virus can only be transmitted by mosquitos. Photo by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Unsplash

Dartmouth is currently labeled as having moderate risk for West Nile Virus. West Nile is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes. According to the Massachusetts government, about 80% of those infected will not show symptoms. Symptoms include fevers,...

Pedal for the Path, with bikers and protesters

Northern Scenic Greenway. Source: Sandra Medeiros

Over 100 riders participated in the seventh annual Pedal for the Path bike ride on Sunday, Aug. 30. Bikers were not the only ones in attendance, with protesters of the Northern Scenic Greenway showing up to voice their disapproval of the shared-use...

Padanaram Bridge reopens

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After closing during the day of Sunday, Aug. 30, the Padanaram Bridge reopened at 5:06 p.m.

Developers looking to reserve eight acres for potential future use at The Hathaway

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On the last day of the public hearing for The Hathaway, a proposed 280-unit apartment complex that would be located on Hathaway Road, petitioner David Calhoun noted eight acres of land that the developers would like to reserve for potential future...

Dartmouth holds annual Overdose Awareness Day

The poster with messages to loved ones. Photos by Kat Sheridan

The town of Dartmouth held its fourth annual Overdose Awareness Day on Thursday, Aug. 27, giving those suffering from addictions and their families a place to connect. Nationally, Overdose Awareness Day has been an event for 25 years. Since the...

Dartmouth man looks for charge dropped, evidence suppressed in vehicular homicide trial

Andrew Johansen in court. Photo by Kat Sheridan

Andrew Johansen, 35 of Dartmouth, who was charged with motor vehicle homicide, will be filing motions to suppress a piece of evidence and to dismiss one of his charges. Johansen stated he was attempting to pass traffic on the left when he swerved...

Elementary school principals look to the school year ahead

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With school starting on Wednesday, Sept. 2, Dartmouth’s elementary schools are preparing to welcome new and returning students to their classrooms. Whether students are attending DeMello, Potter or Quinn Elementary, families can expect to see some...

UMass Law sees highest enrollment yet

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UMass Dartmouth’s School of Law recently welcomed its largest entering class to date, with 148 students joining the school this year. More than 1,500 people applied to the School of Law, which is the only public law school in Massachusetts. The new...

Dartmouth High School prepares to welcome back students

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As the new school year approaches, Dartmouth High School is preparing to welcome back and welcome in students, along with a number of goals and advice. This school year there will be a focus on attendance and tardiness to make sure “students are...

Get ready to vote!

Residents vote at Town Hall. Photo by Kat Sheridan

Dartmouth voters will vote for the democratic and republican candidates for the Bristol Ninth Bristol County District Representative in the upcoming contentious primary election on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The primary election will determine which...

Road painting scheduled

The Department of Public Works will be painting lines on a number of roads in Dartmouth starting on Monday, Aug. 24. Weather permitting, the locations of painting will be; Allen Street from Tucker Road to Sable Ave Tucker Road from Allen...

Padanaram Bridge closed

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The Padanaram Bridge will be closed from Monday, Aug. 24 until future notice. The bridge will be undergoing necessary repairs during this time. Those headed west will take Gulf Road onto Bakerville Road, then to Russells Mills Road, Elm Street and...

Autumn Glen associate honored with 2026 Care and Wellness Award

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Telma Baganha, a career associate at Autumn Glen has been honored with a 2026 Care and Wellness Award from the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association. The Care and Wellness Award recognizes someone who works directly with residents and...

Humane Society welcomes kids for summer camp

The group poses with Joey, the two-legged dog. Source: Traci Martin

The Humane Society and Shelter Southcoast has been having kids visit to learn more and interact with animals each summer for 12 years, and recently wrapped up their 2026 season. Each year, there’s four week-long seasons. This gives them...

'I wouldn't miss it for the world': Allens Neck annual clambake returns

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Nearly 140 years ago, Allens Neck Friends Meeting held their first annual clambake as a First Day School event. Years later, the clambake draws close to 500 people for a meal of clams, fish, sausage, sweet potato and freshly sliced watermelon....

Debate held for Republican 9th Bristol District State Representative candidates

Chester Tam and Henry Bousquet shake hands at the end of the debate. Photos by Kat Sheridan

The Dartmouth Republican Town Committee held a debate between Chester Tam and Henry Bousquet, the two Republican candidates running for state representative in the 9th Bristol District. Tam, who works as a landlord, an investor and an IT...

Town of Dartmouth launches Parent Cafe program for parents, caregivers

The Town of Dartmouth is launching the Dartmouth Parent Cafe, an eight session program designed to give parents and caregivers a space to connect, share experiences and learn practical strategies for supporting children and teens. Parent cafes are...

Meet the 9th Bristol County State Representative candidates

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The race to succeed Rep. Chris Markey in the state Legislature representing Dartmouth and part of New Bedford, features primary contests on both the Democratic and Republican sides. After 15 years in the House seat, Democrat Markey is seeking...

Meet State Representative candidate Steve Medeiros

Steve Medeiros. Source: Steve Medeiros.

Democrat Steve Medeiros remembers some wise words from his grandfather: “You have two ears and one mouth and you need to use them proportionately.” Now Medeiros is putting his grandfather’s words to use by running to succeed Rep. Chris Markey in...

Meet State Representative candidate Ed Pacheco

Ed Pacheco. Source: Ed Pacheco

Democrat Ed Pacheco describes himself as a “Dartmouth Guy,” having lived in town for over 25 years. Now, he’s vying to take Rep. Chris Markey’s spot in the State House. Pacheco said he decided to run because he knew he could do it with full...

Meet State Representative candidate Henry Bousquet

Henry Bousquet. Source: Henry Bousquet

Living in New Bedford his whole life, Republican Henry Bousquet said he has “deep ties to the surrounding communities.” Now, he wants to continue serving the South Coast by running for state representative. Bousquet decided to run because he sees...

Meet State Representative candidate Chester Tam

Chester Tam. Source: Chester Tam

Describing the way he gets involved in local and state politics as an “activist,” Republican Chester Tam is now vying to take Rep. Chris Markey’s spot in the State House. Tam, who moved back to Dartmouth to raise his children, worked in IT for over...

'It's the 17th century IKEA': Fuller Shallop arrives in Padanaram Harbor

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Over 400 years ago when the pilgrims on the Mayflower searched for the perfect place to dock, men would sail out on a small ship known as a shallop to scout out the land. Stored in the Mayflower’s hold as three or four prefabricated pieces, the...

Dancing in a yurt

The crowd and dancers dance together. Photos by Kat Sheridan

The sound of music and dancers stomping echoed to the rafters of the yurt at Down to Earth Farm on Saturday, Aug. 15. The performance was a collaboration between Leaura Broekel, the owner of Down to Earth farm, and Steve Vaughn, the founder of SOCO...

Fire department holds annual pig roast

The crowd at Fire District 3 enjoys the pig roast. Photos by Kat Sheridan

The Dartmouth Fire Department District 3 continued their 18-year tradition of inviting the community to a pig roast, featuring a whole pig, on Saturday, Aug. 15. This was the third event after COVID-19 temporarily shut down the roast. The fire...

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day scheduled for Aug. 29

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crapo Hill Landfill, located at 300 Samuel Barnet Boulevard. Hosted by the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District, this free event...

Study shows Gooseberry Causeway doesn't influence beaches, water quality in Buzzards Bay

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A recent study published by the Buzzards Bay Coalition revealed that the Gooseberry Causeway has no impact on the beaches and water quality of Buzzards Bay between the Westport and Slocums Rivers. The Gooseberry Causeway connects Gooseberry Island...

The Hathaway apartments nears the end of its time in Zoning

The church that would neighbor the Hathaway.

The developers of The Hathaway, a proposed 40B apartment building, have updated the project proposal after having a private meeting with Zoning Board of Appeals Chair Michael Medeiros and Town Counsel Susan Murphy. Developer Philip Cordeiro is...

Sherbrooke Farms apartment building approved by the Zoning Board

The future sight of Sherbrooke Farms. Photo by Kat Sheridan

Sherbrooke Farms, an 152 unit apartment complex, has been approved unanimously by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The 40B project will be built at 498 Old Westport Road. There will be a mix of one, two and three bedroom units for a total of 256...

Debate held for Democratic 9th Bristol District State Representative candidates

Ed Pacheco and Steve Medeiros shake hands after the debate. Photos by Kat Sheridan

The Dartmouth Democratic Town Committee held a debate between Steve Medeiros and Ed Pacheco, the two democratic candidates running for state representative in the 9th Bristol District. The candidates had 10 minutes each to answer two broad...

Things to do: week of Aug. 13

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Friday, Aug. 14 Dartmouth Farmer’s Market The farmer's market features local farms, food producers, artisans, live music and community programming, and organizers are also seeking additional vendors. Those interested in being a vendor this season...

Upcoming Republican Town Committee meeting

The Republican Town Committee will be holding its next meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 26. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. and will be held at the Stackhouse Club at 16 Faith St. Guest speakers will be Elizabeth Dionne, candidate for state treasurer and...

Padanaram Bridge reopens

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The Padanaram Bridge re-opened at 8:40 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 10. The bridge was closed on Friday, Aug. 7 due to the heat. The bridge was closed the previous day for repairs. The bridge was closed due to the heat and humidity causing the steel and...

Meet Marc Hayes, the new Dartmouth Middle School principal

Marc Hayes

Twenty-two years ago, Marc Hayes began his career in education as a teacher and football coach in New Bedford. Now, he’s stepping into the role of Dartmouth Middle School principal. Hayes began his career in education shortly after graduating from...

'To help our community': Shoppers help stuff a bus with school supplies

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As shoppers bustled into the State Road Walmart, RE/MAX Vantage employees stood near a school bus, waving signs and handing out flyers to encourage them to purchase and donate school supplies. RE/MAX Vantage has been raising money and gathering...

Padanaram Bridge road closure continues

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The Padanaram Bridge will remain closed to cars on Sunday, Aug. 9 after mechanical issues caused from extreme heat caused it to close on Aug. 7. Crews were on scene around 9:35 a.m. Saturday, but they weren't able to repair the bridge. They tried...

Clambake shells out meals, nearly 100 years of tradition

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In the yard of the Smith Neck Friends Meeting house is a pit always covered with plywood, except for the second Saturday in August for the church’s annual clambake. Outside the meeting house on Saturday, Aug, 8, members of Smith Neck Friends...

Padanaram Bridge closes due to extreme heat

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The Padanaram Bridge is currently closed due to a mechanical issue caused by extreme heat. Repairs are ongoing and detours are in place. Vehicles are being detoured from the Padanaram Causeway and Bridge Street. Those headed west will take Gulf...